Manager, Imaging Data Quality (Remote)

The American College of Radiology is a professional association serving over 42,000 members nationwide. Consistent with the ACR's mission to advance the practice of radiology and improve the health outcomes of the populations we serve, the ACR's Center for Research and Innovation (CRI) has been a world leader in radiology clinical research for over 50 years. Over this period, the CRI has conducted clinical research trials and other research projects that have transformed the practice of radiology, informed the development of clinical practice standards, led to new device approvals, and changed healthcare policy.

The CRI is the core radiology resource for NCI multicenter clinical trials involving diagnostic and therapeutic radiology. Through active research committees in neuroradiology, cardiology, oncology, and pediatrics, the CRI has developed and delivered a diverse range of research studies in partnerships with academia and commercial sponsors. Research studies range from prospective clinical trials to retrospective reader studies, novel imaging methods and software, validation of biomarkers, radiomic feature analysis, and AI algorithm development and validation.

Based on these strategic objectives, ACR is seeking an Imaging Data Quality Manager to lead a team responsible for ensuring the quality, completeness, and traceability of DICOM medical imaging data used for clinical research, analytics, and downstream applications. This role oversees daily imaging quality control (QC) activities, establishes standardized processes for image intake, tracking, reconciliation, and issue resolution, and collaborates closely with technical, clinical, regulatory, and operational stakeholders.

Principal duties include:

• Lead and Mentor: Direct, coach, and cultivate a high-performing team of imaging specialists to ensure professional growth and operational excellence
• Uphold Quality Standards: Oversee DICOM imaging quality control, ensuring strict adherence to protocols, imaging charters, and predefined compliance standards
• Architect Workflows: Design and maintain robust workflows for imaging intake, validation, and data reconciliation within ACR systems.
• Ensure Data Integrity: Identify critical imaging and clinical parameters to meet study endpoints, managing the seamless reconciliation of data across source systems and downstream platforms.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal and external stakeholders to translate complex technical imaging requirements into actionable project milestones.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Author and optimize SOPs, checklists, and process documentation to enhance departmental efficiency.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

Experience & Leadership

• 10+ years of clinical research and medical imaging experience, specifically within the oncology domain, preferred
• Proven track record of managing and mentoring teams while leading cross-functional projects required
• Bachelor's in Health Sciences, Medical Imaging, or a related field preferred.

Technical & Operational Skills

• Multi-modality expertise across MR, CT, PET, Mammography, and Ultrasound preferred
• Understanding of DICOM file formats, tags, metadata, and communication protocols preferred
• System Proficiency: Working knowledge of PACS/VNA systems and imaging repositories
• Workflow Architecture: Skilled in designing and documenting end-to-end operational workflows and process improvements.

If you would like to put your experience to great use in a professional team-oriented environment, please apply online. To learn more about ACR's rewarding employee experience, culture, and benefits, visit: https://www.acr.org/jobs

ACR is committed to a total rewards compensation philosophy that includes base salary in addition to our full suite of comprehensive benefits. ACR's goal is to pay competitively and equitably. It is typical for individuals to be hired in the entry to middle of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on each case's circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the annual compensation range for this position is 104-139k.

ACR offers a rewarding employee experience: innovative culture, professional growth potential, competitive compensation, and an exceptional benefits package, including a defined contribution pension plan, 403(b); generous paid time off package; insurance plans with the leading providers; flexible spending; tuition reimbursement; training opportunities; and wellness reimbursement.